Evaluate Packaging Performance Against Concentrated Impacts
During transportation, packages may experience impacts from other packages, handling equipment, or protruding objects. These impacts can cause localized damage to the packaging and potentially affect the product inside.
Concentrated impact testing under ASTM D4169 Schedule J evaluates the packaging system's ability to withstand these impacts under controlled laboratory conditions.
Unlike impacts affecting a larger surface area, concentrated impacts apply force to a relatively small area of the package. These impacts may cause punctures, tears, or deformation, particularly in areas where the packaging has limited structural support. The test helps identify potential weaknesses in the packaging design and evaluate its ability to protect the product against localized impacts.
The packaged sample is positioned according to the selected test method, and a defined impact is applied to the specified area of the packaging. The impact conditions and test locations are selected based on the applicable standard and packaging characteristics.
After testing, the packaging is inspected for punctures, tears, deformation, or other impact-related damage. The product and internal protective materials may also be examined for damage. Results are compared against predefined acceptance criteria to assess the packaging system's protective performance.
ASTM D4169 — Schedule J: Concentrated Impact
ASTM D6344 — Standard Test Methods for Concentrated Impacts to Transport Packages
Test conditions are selected based on your product characteristics, packaging design, and expected distribution environment.
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